Learning Support Coordinator/Intervention Support Teacher

Wairere School; Wardville; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wairere School is seeking an experienced SENCo and Learning Support Coordinator to lead and coordinate learning support across the school, ensuring diverse learners are well supported. The role focuses on preparing, delivering and evaluating targeted English and Mathematics programmes to meet student needs.

The successful candidate will work with staff, whānau and external agencies, coaching teachers in inclusive practices and strengthening Belonging, Success and Progress for all tamariki, in

Qualifications

• Must hold NZ Teacher Registration and be registered to teach in NZ.
• Experience leading and coordinating learning support for diverse learners.
• Ability to coach teachers in inclusive practices and differentiated instruction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate learning support across the school.
• Coordinate preparation, delivery and evaluation of English and Mathematics programmes.
• Collaborate with staff, whānau and external agencies to support diverse learners.
• Build staff capability and promote inclusive classroom practices.

Skills

NZ teacher registration

Inclusion & learning support coord.

Coaching for teachers

Organisational & communication skills

Te Tiriti o Waitangi / culturally safe

Education

Bachelor of Education / teaching qualification

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting diverse learners? Do you have experience navigating learning support systems and ensuring every child reaches their full potential?

We are seeking an experienced, passionate and highly organised SENCo and Learning Support Coordinator (LSC) to join our team in 2027.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced NZ-registered teacher who is passionate about inclusive education and making a genuine difference for tamariki. The successful applicant will lead and coordinate learning support across our school, working alongside all staff, whānau and external agencies to ensure diverse learners are well supported to experience belonging, success and progress. A large part of this role is to coordinate the preparation, delivery and evaluation of specialised English and Mathematics programmes to meet the needs of students.

We are looking for someone who:

• holds current New Zealand Teacher Registration
• understands Tier 2 and Tier 3 students with high and complex needs
• builds positive, trusting relationships
• has strong organisational and communication skills
• brings initiative, sound professional knowledge and a collaborative, solutions-focused approach.

An important part of the role will be supporting and empowering others, building staff capability and strengthening inclusive classroom practice. Provide coaching for teachers in regard to inclusive practices.

A strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, culturally responsive practice, ongoing professional growth and achieving excellent outcomes for all learners is essential.

If you believe in putting tamariki first, striving for excellence, collaboration and are passionate about making a difference, we would love to hear from you.